Holyhead Road is in Ketley, Telford and in Wrekin district. TF1 5DS is located in the Ketley electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Telford. This postcode has been in use since 2000-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Holyhead Road, Ketley, Telford, TF1 5DS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TF1 5ER, TF1 5EP, TF1 5EN, TF1 5EW, TF1 5GS, TF1 5GT, TF1 5GL, TF1 5FA, TF1 5DJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding TF1 5DS has a slightly higher male population, with 52% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 47.5% | 48% | 0.5% | 51.0% | -3.0% |
| Male | 52.5% | 52% | -0.5% | 49.0% | 3.0% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 35.1% | 40.3% | 5.2% | 37.9% | 2.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 49.5% | 46.3% | -3.2% | 44.2% | 2.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 2.2% | 1.4% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 7.9% | 6.7% | -1.2% | 9.1% | -2.4% |
| Widowed | 4.7% | 4.6% | -0.1% | 6.1% | -1.5% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (85.4%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 44.8% | 53.7% | 8.9% | 48.4% | 5.3% |
| Good health | 33.6% | 31.7% | -1.9% | 33.6% | -1.9% |
| Fair health | 16.5% | 9.6% | -6.9% | 12.7% | -3.1% |
| Bad health | 3.2% | 3.4% | 0.2% | 4.0% | -0.6% |
| Very bad health | 1.8% | 1.7% | -0.1% | 1.2% | 0.5% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 20.4% | 14.7% | -5.7% | 18.2% | -3.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.9% | 9.1% | -8.8% | 9.6% | -0.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.4% | 18.9% | 3.5% | 13.4% | 5.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.7% | 5.2% | 0.5% | 5.3% | -0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.3% | 20.3% | 6.0% | 16.9% | 3.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 24.4% | 29.4% | 5.0% | 33.8% | -4.4% |
| Other | 2.9% | 2.4% | -0.5% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.5% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 3.1% | -1.1% |
| Pakistani | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 2.5% | -1.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.9% | 0.8% | -0.1% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 96.8% | 93.5% | -3.3% | 81.4% | 12.1% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 95% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 97.3% | 95% | -2.3% | 83.2% | 11.8% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 3.9% | 2.7% | 6.1% | -2.2% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.2% | 0.8% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -4.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.3% | 95.2% | -2.1% | 83.2% | 12.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 3.1% | 2.5% | 9.8% | -6.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.1% | 0.3% | -1.8% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.8% | 76.7% | 3.1% |
| Lithuania | 1.4% | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| Poland | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Other EU countries | 1.1% | 1.5% | -0.4% |
| Middle East | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 16.9% | 13.5% | 3.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43% | 37.2% | 5.8% |
| Christian | 46.3% | 46.2% | 0.1% |
| Muslim | 3.4% | 6.5% | -3.1% |
| Not answered | 7.3% | 6.0% | 1.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Holyhead Road was 103.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 16.5% higher than the Ketley average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
Holyhead Road has the 11th highest crime rate of 35 local areas in Ketley and the 163rd highest crime rate of 562 local areas in Telford and Wrekin .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 10.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 37.3%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 68% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 110 Holyhead Road, Telford, Wrekin Detached, an established residential building | £277,500 | 2021-08-13 | £327,809 |
| 110 Holyhead Road, Telford, Wrekin Detached, an established residential building | £229,000 | 2016-11-11 | £339,026 |
| 110 Holyhead Road, Telford, Wrekin Detached, an established residential building | £188,000 | 2004-07-30 | £345,285 |
| 110 Holyhead Road, Telford, Wrekin Detached, an established residential building | £97,000 | 1998-07-31 | £422,260 |
TF1 5DS area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
| Full-Time Employee | 116 |
| Retired | 60 |
| Part-Time Employee | 38 |
| Self-Employed | 28 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 39 |
| Manufacturing | 35 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Education | 22 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 20 |
| Other | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oakengates Nursery School The Place , Limes Walk TF2 6EP | 2out of 4 | 1,581 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Meadows Primary School and Nursery Riddings Close , Ketley TF1 5HF | 3out of 4 | 698 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hadley Learning Community - Primary Phase Waterloo Road , Hadley TF1 5NU | 3out of 4 | 903 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Wombridge Primary School Hartshill , Oakengates TF2 6AN | 3out of 4 | 1,089 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Newdale Primary School & Nursery Marlborough Way , Rock Road TF3 5HA | 4out of 4 | 1,479 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Teagues Bridge Primary School Teagues Cresent , Trench TF2 6RE | 3out of 4 | 1,701 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hadley Learning Community - Secondary Phase Waterloo Road , Hadley TF1 5NU | 3out of 4 | 903 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Telford Priory School New Road , TF2 7AB | 2out of 4 | 2,199 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ercall Wood Academy Golf Links Lane , Wellington TF1 2DT | 2out of 4 | 3,294 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Charlton School Apley Avenue , TF1 3FA | 1out of 4 | 3,694 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Telford Langley School Duce Drive , Dawley TF4 3JS | 3out of 4 | 4,045 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Telford College Haybridge Road , Wellington TF1 2NP | - not rated | 1,921 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Bridge at HLC Waterloo Road , Hadley TF1 5NQ | 4out of 4 | 1,255 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Linden Centre Oak Road , Overdale TF3 5BT | 3out of 4 | 1,322 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Thomas Telford School Old Park , TF3 4NW | 4out of 4 | 2,450 yd | City technology college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wrekin College Sutherland Road , Wellington TF1 3BH | - not rated | 2,938 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| KICKSTART 11 Tan Bank , Wellington TF1 1HJ | 2out of 4 | 3,412 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cardamom kitchen | 105 Holyhead Road, Ketley | 283 yd | |
| The Blue Elephant | The Blue Elephant Holyhead Road, Ketley | 503 yd | |
| Rose Manor | Rose Manor Ketley Park Road, Ketley | 540 yd | |
| Goddards Fine Food Catering Limited | Goddards Store Station Road, Ketley | 899 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Compasses Inn | The Compasses Inn, 72 Beveley Road, Oakengates | 299 yd | |
| Wrens Nest PH | The Wrens Nest Wrens Nest Lane, Ketley | 773 yd | |
| Lord Hill Inn | The Lord Hill Inn Main Road, Ketley Bank | 996 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Village Spice | 32 Woodside Road, Ketley | 758 yd | |
| Hadley Kitchen | Beijing House Church Street, Hadley | 886 yd | |
| The Crispy Cod | 34 Station Road, Ketley | 899 yd | |
| Ping Hong Takeaway | 18 Station Road, Ketley | 940 yd | |
| Telford Oriental | 46 Overdale | 1,059 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Farm Foods Freezer Centre | Unit 2 Holyhead Road, Ketley | 409 yd | |
| Sainsbury’s Supermarkets Ltd. | Sainsburys Supermarket Holyhead Road, Ketley | 445 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ketley Recreation Ground HOLYHEAD ROAD | grass pitches | 658 yd |
| Meadows Primary School RIDDINGS CLOSE | grass pitches | 758 yd |
| Hartshill Park SCHOOL GROVE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 798 yd |
| School Grove (Wellington Amateurs Fc) SCHOOL GROVE | grass pitches | 833 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 91.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 50.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 50.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 50.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 35.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 86.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 7.3 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.